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“The hardest thing in practice is finding enough time to think about design.” quote by John McAslan
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“The hardest thing in practice is finding enough time to think about design.”

John McAslan

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Source Speech: Architecture Conference, 2018

Design thinking demands dedicated mental space; without time to reflect, solutions stay superficial.

In simple terms: Design needs thinking time.

Key Takeaway

Schedule regular reflection periods.

Themes

design thinking time management creativity

Mood

thoughtful determined

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • architectural workshops
  • product design sprints
  • personal brainstorming sessions

Key Concepts

Cognitive load design process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you protect thinking time?
  • What small habit can create space for reflection?
A Different Perspective

Time constraints limit depth.

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